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Star at the Centre by Paula Pryce

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December 11, 2021

Outside, Douglas fir and larch are dancing in a brisk wind, ruffling themselves like chickadees in winter...

Practicing Living Presence – A reflection by Brian Mitchell

December 4, 2021

A review of Cynthia Bourgeault's 'Practicing Living Presence - Part One' by Brian Mirchell...

November Update & News from TCS

November 18, 2021

The Contemplative Society held its Annual General Meeting on October 30th and participants attended both in-person and...

Fall Update & News from TCS

October 6, 2021

Now is a good time to update you on the new movements here at The Contemplative Society, and how these may involve you...

UPDATES FROM CYNTHIA: Teilhardian Vision and Evolving Toward the Common Good

July 1, 2021

In late June Cynthia started an important series of posts with…

Wisdom Solstice – the Yukon backstory

June 25, 2021

This post is shared by Jennifer England as a follow-up to our…

Go Beyond the Mind

May 18, 2021

After a short hiatus in her series of reflections, Cynthia Bourgeault…

Christophany: A Quintessential Teaching

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May 3, 2021

“I am so grateful for this labor of love by The Contemplative…

Presence: Forest of Fear and Joy

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April 4, 2021

by Paula Pryce The following is part 2 of a Holy Week…

Absence: Forest of Longing – by Paula Pryce

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April 1, 2021

The following is part 1 of a 2-part Holy Week reflection provided…

What has Cynthia Bourgeault been up to…?

March 20, 2021

What's new with our Principal Teacher Cynthia Bourgeault? Recently…

From a Cosmic Nudge to an Integral Christianity – A Conversation with Cynthia Bourgeault

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March 18, 2021

In this potent and engaging conversation, Cynthia Bourgeault…

Cynthia’s Guidance on Upcoming Course Offerings

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February 2, 2021

If you're considering the multiple online course opportunities…

Innermost Hope – and a special offer

December 22, 2020

"The wound is the place where the light enters you." Rumi’s words are a reminder that in 2020 we’ve felt deep wounds in the body of the world. Just like we await the birth of the Christ light in this shadow time of year, the world is aching for healing Light amid its myriad wounds. The Light is manifested as radical hope in each of us and shines as divine love in all our global body.

AN INVITATION TO BEGIN THE HEALING WORK – A Blog Series by Cynthia Bourgeault

December 4, 2020

Cynthia provides reflections and insights being revealed through the writings and legacy of Jean Gebser.

Fostering our Connection

November 29, 2020

Mercy. An old-fashioned word that conjures up so many contrasting images. Mercy is “a bond,” writes Cynthia Bourgeault in Mystical Hope, “an infallible link of love that holds the created and uncreated realms together.” Far from condescension or political power, the origin of the word mercy points instead to a flow of connectedness, reciprocity, and exchange....

Remembering “the Goodness of God” – Reflection by Linda Coggin

October 5, 2020

Julian of Norwich seems to be everywhere. At least, since The Contemplative Society’s online retreat in August, I have noticed this. I have noticed Julian’s presence in conversations with friends, in books I’m reading, and while listening to podcasts. Since the retreat, Julian’s teachings have woven their way into my everyday contemplative practice.

Sacred Virtual Retreat Space – Reflection by Martha Keller

October 5, 2020

Enjoy this generous reflection provided by Martha Keller from Victoria BC. Martha was one of 100 people who participated in our recent virtual event with Matthew Wright, where he offered his heartful and profound insights, teaching, and practices on the theme of "Julian of Norwich...A Voice for Our Times."

Blog: Writings & News

Star at the Centre by Paula Pryce

Practicing Living Presence – A reflection by Brian Mitchell

November Update & News from TCS

Fall Update & News from TCS

UPDATES FROM CYNTHIA: Teilhardian Vision and Evolving Toward the Common Good

Wisdom Solstice – the Yukon backstory

Go Beyond the Mind

Christophany: A Quintessential Teaching

Presence: Forest of Fear and Joy

Absence: Forest of Longing – by Paula Pryce

What has Cynthia Bourgeault been up to…?

From a Cosmic Nudge to an Integral Christianity – A Conversation with Cynthia Bourgeault

Cynthia’s Guidance on Upcoming Course Offerings

Innermost Hope – and a special offer

AN INVITATION TO BEGIN THE HEALING WORK – A Blog Series by Cynthia Bourgeault

Fostering our Connection

Remembering “the Goodness of God” – Reflection by Linda Coggin

Sacred Virtual Retreat Space – Reflection by Martha Keller

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